Buyer – Raw Materials & Packaging | Manchester

The Hut Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global ecommerce company seeks a Buyer – Raw Materials & Packaging in Manchester. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing procurement processes, and collaborating with various internal functions. Candidates should demonstrate experience in buying raw materials and possess strong problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers excellent benefits, including enhanced leave and development programs.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

State-of-the-art on-site gym

Discounts on THG brands

On-site staff shop

Access to in-house GP

Qualifications

• Experience in negotiating contractual clauses.
• Ability to communicate contractual risk and opportunity to stakeholders.
• Capable of working with senior business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contractual clauses ensuring risk is appropriately agreed.
• Execute strategic sourcing, choosing the correct channels and vendors.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost and productivity.

Skills

Experience in buying raw materials and/or packaging

Strong problem-solving skills

High level of commercial acumen

Data analysis

Job description

A global ecommerce company seeks a Buyer – Raw Materials & Packaging in Manchester. The role involves negotiating contracts, managing procurement processes, and collaborating with various internal functions. Candidates should demonstrate experience in buying raw materials and possess strong problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers excellent benefits, including enhanced leave and development programs.